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Toyota RAV4 vs Tesla Model S comparison

Compare performance (306 HP vs 1,020 HP), boot space and price (35,100 £ vs 94,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Toyota RAV4 or Tesla Model S?

Toyota RAV4 vs Tesla Model S: Key differences

Toyota RAV4

4.8 (6 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • moderately lighter

Tesla Model S

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • significantly more power
  • substantially more electric range
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

RAV4

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Toyota RAV4 is significantly cheaper – starting at 35,100 £ , while the Tesla Model S costs 94,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 59,143 £.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model S offers substantially more range – reaching up to 744 km, about 669 km more than the Toyota RAV4.

Model S

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Tesla Model S offers significantly more power – delivering 1,020 HP compared to 306 HP. That’s roughly 714 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model S is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 2.1 s, while the Toyota RAV4 takes 6 s. That’s about 3.9 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Tesla Model S is significantly faster – reaching 322 km/h, while the Toyota RAV4 tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 142 km/h.

RAV4

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Toyota RAV4 is moderately lighter – 1,745 kg compared to 2,092 kg. The difference is around 347 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model S offers noticeably more boot space – 799 L compared to 580 L. That’s a difference of about 219 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Tesla Model S offers barely more capacity – up to 1,828 L, about 138 L more than the Toyota RAV4.

When it comes to payload, the Toyota RAV4 carries markedly more – 600 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 158 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model S holds a decisive overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £94,300
Model S

Tesla Model S

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 670 - 1,020 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.8 - 18 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 611 - 744 km
Toyota RAV4
Tesla Model S

Costs and Consumption

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Toyota RAV4

The Toyota RAV4 feels like a sensible friend on the road, marrying dependable practicality with a dash of SUV personality that keeps daily driving from turning dull. Comfortable and easy to live with, it looks tough without shouting and quietly gets the job done — a sensible pick for buyers who want versatility without drama.

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Tesla Model S

The Tesla Model S glides like a luxury sedan from the future, delivering instant shove and serene highway composure that make it feel equally at home on a rush-hour commute or a long-distance cruise. Inside, its minimalist cabin and gadget-forward interface turn every drive into a tech demo, making it as much a statement piece as a practical choice — and one that still manages to feel a little bit magical.

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Toyota RAV4
Tesla Model S

Costs and Consumption

Price
35,100 - 55,700 £
Price
94,300 - 102,800 £
Consumption L/100km
1 - 5.6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18 kWh/100km
Electric Range
75 km
Electric Range
611 - 744 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
22 - 128 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
55 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,745 - 1,910 kg
Curb weight
2,092 - 2,197 kg
Trunk capacity
520 - 580 L
Trunk capacity
799 L
Length
4,600 mm
Length
5,021 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
1,685 mm
Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,604 - 1,690 L
Max trunk capacity
1,828 L
Payload
390 - 600 kg
Payload
432 - 442 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 - 306 HP
Power HP
670 - 1,020 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6 - 8.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.1 - 3.2 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
240 - 322 km/h
Torque
-
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
160 - 225 kW
Power kW
493 - 750 kW
Engine capacity
2,487 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Toyota
Brand
Tesla
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